Acer pensylvanicum aka Striped Maple

Taxonomy

Acer pensylvanicum, commonly known as the striped maple, moosewood, moose maple, or goosefoot maple, is a small North American species of maple. This deciduous tree exhibits bright pink young shoots and older ones that are reddish with white stripes. Its broad leaves turn a vibrant yellow in the autumn, adding to its visual appeal. The striped maple is a sequential hermaphrodite, capable of changing its sex throughout its lifetime. This snakebark maple forms a medium-sized deciduous tree with upright growth and distinctive white-striped green young branches. Its large, 3-lobed leaves provide a beautiful yellow display in the fall. Additionally, it produces yellow flowers in drooping racemes. Overall, Acer pensylvanicum combines unique features such as its striped bark, colorful foliage, and ability to change sex, making it a fascinating and visually captivating species.

Common names

Striped Maple, Goosefoot, Moosewood, Moose Maple, Goosefoot Maple

How to care for Striped Maple

Difficulty

Striped Maple requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.

Water

Striped Maple should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Its needs are relatively simple, but one of the most important is making sure its soil is adequately moist. Without proper moisture, the plant can suffer from wilting and stunted growth. To ensure your Striped Maple is healthy, you must choose a potting soil that retains moisture.

Look for a soil with good drainage to prevent root rot, but also make sure it contains plenty of organic matter. Coco coir and sphagnum moss are both excellent ingredients for retaining moisture and providing the #self.names with the nutrients it needs to thrive. If you can find a soil that has a combination of these ingredients, your #self.names will thank you with beautiful blooms.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Striped Maple prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The growth of Striped Maple is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Region of origin

Striped Maple’s native range is Eastern N. America - Nova Scotia to Georgia, west to Michigan.


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